Football

Andreas Rettig: 'You can't separate sports and politics'

The World Cup in the USA, Canada, and Mexico is sparking discussions beyond the realm of football. DFB Director Andreas Rettig discusses the Germany team and the geopolitical situation in an interview with DW.

DW News 2 months ago

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Shakira, Madonna and BTS to headline FIFA's first-ever World Cup final halftime show

FIFA has announced the star-studded line up of its first-ever World Cup half time show with Madonna, Shakira and BTS all set to feature as world football's governing body seeks to emulate the success of the NFL's Superbowl show.

Euronews 2 months ago

Football

Madonna, BTS, Shakira... First World Cup final half-time show

For the first time, the football World Cup final in July will feature a star-studded Super Bowl-style halftime show. FIFA has announced that the concert will be headlined by no less than Madonna, Shakira and boys-band BTS. Story by Emerald Maxwell.

France 24 2 months ago

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World Cup final halftime show will feature Madonna, Shakira and BTS

Three major performers from pop, past and present, will perform during half time of the World Cup final this year. The Superbowl-style pageant will eat into the time to analyze the biggest football game in four years.

DW News 2 months ago

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US drops bond requirement for FIFA World Cup ticket holders

Fans from five African World Cup qualifying nations with valid tickets are exempt from paying a hefty bond. But fans from several other countries still face major hurdles to seeing their teams play in the United States.

DW News 2 months ago

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'I'm confident that an African country will win the World Cup': CAF President Patrice Motsepe

In an interview with FRANCE 24, the president of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) discussed the upcoming World Cup and AFCON competitions. "I'm confident that an African country will win the World Cup," Patrice Motsepe said. "We have to...

France 24 2 months ago

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Lamine Yamal’s Palestine flag wave revives debate over politics in football

Yamal waved a Palestinian flag during Barcelona’s La Liga title celebrations, reviving a debate over whether politics and sport should be mixed with just a month to go before the World Cup begins amid geopolitical tensions.

Euronews 2 months ago

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‘Sexist, shocking, surreal’: Spanish media reacts to Real Madrid boss explosive press conference

A press conference by Real Madrid president Florentino Pérez turned into an explosive row after the football supremo criticised the press, made comments described as sexist, and accused arch-rival Barcelona of corruption. His remarks have turned...

Euronews 2 months ago

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Germany news: Carmakers paint bleak picture on jobs

German automakers say there is a strong likelihood of huge job losses over the next decade. Meanwhile, Germany's football fans are wondering whether former national keeper Manuel Neuer is set to return. DW has more.

DW News 2 months ago

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Barcelona star Lamine Yamal waves Palestinian flag during La Liga celebrations

Footage released on May 12 showed Yamal waving a Palestinian flag during FC Barcelona’s La Liga title parade celebrating the club’s 29th league title. In a news conference, Barcelona coach Hansi Flick said he did not like such gestures, but added...

Euronews 2 months ago

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'A celebration of French football' as Lens host Paris Saint-Germain

Paris Saint-Germain face Lens in a rescheduled match from the 29th round of Ligue 1, with both teams’ league positions already decided. It will be "a celebration of French football", according to Paris coach Luis Enrique.

France 24 2 months ago

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How much would you pay to see Ronaldo? Here’s the cheapest ticket for his 2026 World Cup game

The match between Portugal and Colombia in the 2026 World Cup is becoming a phenomenon off the pitch. The anticipation surrounding what could be Cristiano Ronaldo's last World Cup has caused the price of the cheapest tickets to explode.

Euronews 2 months ago

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Iran seizes assets of football legend Ali Karimi in latest clampdown on regime's opponents

Iran’s judiciary says it has seized more properties belonging to former national football captain and football star Ali Karimi, alongside a wider wave of measures targeting prominent cultural, sport, and media figures accused of opposing the regime...

Euronews 2 months ago

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Barcelona clinch La Liga title with Clasico win over Real Madrid

Barcelona secured their 29th Spanish league title with a 2-0 Clasico victory over Real Madrid at Camp Nou on Sunday. Marcus Rashford and Ferran Torres struck in the first half as Hansi Flick's side sealed consecutive La Liga crowns, leaving Madrid...

France 24 2 months ago

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Manchester City keep pressure on Arsenal in title race with win over Brentford

Manchester City kept the Premier League title race alive with a 3-0 win over Brentford on Saturday afternoon. League leaders Arsenal will look to re-establish their five-point lead by beating West Ham on Sunday, with another three league fixtures to...

France 24 2 months ago

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Manchester City beat stubborn Brentford to keep title race alive

Goals from Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland and Omar Marmoush help Manchester City beat Brentford 3-0 at the Etihad Stadium to secure a vital win in the Premier League title race, as City move two points behind leaders Arsenal with three games remaining.

BBC Sport 2 months ago

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Spirited Chelsea stop rot with FA Cup final blueprint

Chelsea were facing the prospect of becoming the first team in English football history to lose seven consecutive league matches heading into an FA Cup final when they fell 1-0 behind at Anfield, but they found a way out.

BBC Sport 2 months ago

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'Hard to accept' recent results - Slot

Liverpool boss Arne Slot says his side have to "keep fighting" to secure qualification for next season's Champions League, as his side play out a 1-1 draw with Chelsea at Anfield in the Premier League.

BBC Sport 2 months ago

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Travel costs soar for Champions League final

Fans of Paris Saint Germain and Arsenal are facing soaring costs, as they scramble to book trips to Budapest for the final of the Champions League. Demand for flights and accomodation has spiked since the two football teams qualified for the match...

France 24 2 months ago

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World Cup 'prices will drop' but too late for traveling fans

Among many firsts at World Cup 2026, FIFA has tried its hand at dynamic pricing and acting as a secondary seller. The tactic has seen a ticket listed for over $2 million but many games seem undersold. What's going on?

DW News 2 months ago